The Use of Chapter 40R in Massachusetts as a Tool for Smart Growth and Affordable Housing Production (November 2009)

Chapter 40R encourages cities and towns to zone for compact residential and mixed-use development in “smart growth” locations by offering financial incentives and control over design. This report examines how Massachusetts communities have used Chapter 40R in the four-plus years since program regulations were issued in March 2005.

MAPC

Promoting Smart Growth & Regional Planning

The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) is the regional planning agency serving the people who live and work in the 101 cities and towns of Metropolitan Boston. Our mission is to promote smart growth and regional collaboration. Our regional plan, MetroFuture, guides our work as we engage the public in responsible stewardship of our region’s future.